2006 Audi TT vs. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 430 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | TT | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |
